Engineers targeting space-constrained appliances increasingly adopt the single-phase dual-capacitor induction motor topology. Finite-element simulations reveal that a 24-slot stator with skewed rotor bars reduces cogging torque by 15 % compared with straight slots. Copper windings sized for 4 A/mm² keep temperature rise below 60 K, while class-F insulation ensures 20 000-hour life. The dual-capacitor scheme uses a 250 µF start unit and 40 µF run unit, tuned to hit 90° phase shift at 50 Hz. A bimetal centrifugal switch rated 125 °C disconnects the start capacitor within 400 ms, eliminating acoustic hum. IEC 60034-30-1 testing confirms IE3 efficiency when premium silicon-steel laminations and low-friction ball bearings are specified. Designers must balance stack length against capacitor volume; longer stacks lower current density but demand more copper. Thermal epoxy encapsulation of the run capacitor mitigates vibration-induced failures. Prototype 750 W units drive high-pressure washers and refrigeration condensers with 78 % peak efficiency. Sound power measurements stay under 60 dB(A) thanks to sinusoidal power-factor correction. Modular end-shields allow quick access for brush replacement in universal variants. Ultimately, the single-phase dual-capacitor induction motor delivers professional-grade performance in a footprint barely larger than a coffee can.